Treasury Sec. Mnuchin says U.S., China will meet again in January: BloombergTreasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said the U.S. and China will meet in January to try to broker a cease-in the ongoing trade dispute, in an on Tuesday. Chinese officials confirmed that a meeting would take place next month, the report said, though China's Ministry of Commerce would not offer comment. Mnuchin said telephone chats had taken place several times over the last few weeks, but plans for more formal talks were still under discussion. He also said U.S. President Donald Trump had also not had direct chats with China about a detained executive from Huawei Technologies Co., and that the issue was separate from trade, something which China understands.

U.S. stock futures climb ahead of Fed meeting; trade optimism returns Outcome of two-day Fed meeting due laterStock futures move higher on Wednesday as a Fed decision looms and hopeful noises are heard over the U.S. and China trade dispute.

Dollar struggles ahead of last Fed decision of 2018; commodity currencies crash Dollar rallies sharply against Norwegian kroneThe U.S. dollar was struggling for direction on Tuesday, having clawed back some ground as the session went on after softer risk sentiment ahead of the impending Federal Reserve policy update and weaker global stocks struggled initially dragged the currency down.

When Trump tweets about the Fed, it also turns up heat on Mnuchin Removing Treasury secretary is a lot less complicated than firing PowellPresident Donald Trump’s tweet criticizing the Fed also turns up the heat on Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, analysts say

The Fed’s about to embark on a tricky balancing act, with a rate hike and a dovish message After two years, the Fed may signal the end to its one-rate-hike-per-quarter paceThe Federal Reserve will likely hike interest rates but will signal a pause in 2019, economists said.

Wall Street says Fed’s ‘quantitative tightening’ program could end much sooner than Powell has flagged Powell discussed balance sheet as low as $2.5 trillion, but Wall Street says Fed may keep one as high as $3.8 trillionThe Federal Reserve could stop shrinking its balance sheet as soon as next year, according to economists at some primary dealers.

U.S. oil prices plunge over 7% to settle at a nearly 16-month low as supply worries pummel market Brent crude ends at lowest since October 2017Oil futures tumble on Tuesday, with a more than 7% loss sending benchmark U.S. crude prices to their lowest finish in nearly 16 months.

Former oil company CEO charged with hiding assets from ex-wifeThe former CEO of Gulf Keystone Petroleum , Todd Kozel, was charged with defrauding his ex-wife by hiding tens of millions of dollars' worth of assets in a foreign trust and using a portion of those assets secretly to purchase a $12.75 million condominium in Manhattan. Kozel was arrested at John F. Kennedy airport, the government said.

‘Arguably, you sold your country out,’ judge tells former Trump adviser Flynn while delaying sentencing Federal judge presides over sentencing hearing for Michael Flynn a year after the Trump national-security adviser’s guilty pleaA federal judge on Tuesday delays sentencing for Michael Flynn, President Donald Trump’s former national security adviser. Flynn pleaded guilty a year ago to lying to investigators about his calls with Russia’s ambassador..

Investors hope for policy cues from China’s Xi are quickly dashed Emerging-markets roundup: Nobody puts China in a cornerA much anticipated speech from Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday left investors struggling with what to make of it.

Here’s how the Fed may ‘feel the market’ — and it may not be to the president’s liking Conditions still warrant interest-rate hike Wednesday, economists sayThe Fed feels market conditions allow them to move forward with a quarter-point interest rate hike Wednesday.

New York to remain world’s largest urban economy, with San Jose the U.S.’s fastest growing: report By 2027, the GDP of Asian cities is set to exceed the combined GDP of North American and European citiesA new report says New York City will retain its crown as the largest urban economy in the world as San Jose is set to be the fastest growing.

Michael Flynn sentencing delayed to finish cooperation with prosecutionMichael Flynn, the former national security adviser to President Donald Trump, on Tuesday had his sentencing postponed, after previously pleading guilty to lying to the FBI. U.S. District Judge Emmet Sullivan had suggested to the defense that it might want to delay given the potential for further Flynn cooperation. The judge also asked whether Flynn committed treason -- the prosecutor for the special counsel said they didn't consider that charge -- though Sullivan later clarified that "I was just curious."

McSally appointed to fill McCain's Senate seatArizona Gov. Doug Ducey on Tuesday of fellow Republican Martha McSally to fill the U.S. Senate seat formerly occupied by the late John McCain. The move comes as the seat's current occupant, Arizona Republican Jon Kyl, plans to resign from the Senate on Dec. 31. Kyl had succeeded McCain with the understanding that he'd serve until at least the end of the year. from Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell for Ducey to appoint outgoing Rep. McSally, who lost to Democratic Rep. Kyrsten Sinema for Arizona's other Senate seat.

Trump signs executive order launching U.S. Space CommandPresident Donald Trump on Tuesday issued an executive order re-creating a U.S. Space Command, which previously existed prior to the 9/11 terrorist attacks. All the previous space-related responsibilities assigned to the U.S. Strategic Command will be assigned to the Space Command. Vice President Mike Pence is due to make the announcement at Kennedy Space Center. The Trump order is separate from his goal of creating an independent armed service branch called the Space Force.

Trump implores Fed to ‘feel the market’ before it makes ‘yet another mistake’ The Federal Reserve’s final rate-setting gathering of 2018 kicks off on TuesdayPresident Donald Trump is imploring the Federal Reserve to pause after the Dow has shed more than 1,000 points over the past two sessions.

Housing starts increase in November, as builders bet on apartments For the year to date, starts are 5.1% higher than in the same period last year. Builders broke ground on more homes in November, a surprising development given recent levels of new-home inventory.

States ask judge to clarify ruling against Affordable Care Act Democratic-led states worry ruling could disrupt health insurance marketsDemocratic-led states urged a federal judge Monday to clarify that the Affordable Care Act is still in effect and can be enforced while they challenge a ruling that a central feature of the health law is unconstitutional.

Mueller releases memo on Michael Flynn’s interview with FBI Trump’s ex-national security adviser caught in lies to investigatorsMichael Flynn said “I don’t remember” when asked by FBI agents about discussing sanctions with a Russian diplomat during Trump’s transition to office, according to a memo filed by Special Counsel Robert Mueller that gives new details about lies the former National Security Adviser told the feds.

Goldman Sachs ignored warning signs in ill-fated 1MDB dealings Goldman played unusual role as both financier and adviser of fundGoldman Sachs Group Inc.’s push for Asian business and lax oversight of partners led the bank to dismiss warning signs in its dealings with a corrupt Malaysian investment fund, internal documents and interviews with people involved in the transactions show.

Japan to spend about $10 billion on Lockheed Martin’s F-35 fighters Abe’s cabinet approves more defense spending amid pressure from China, TrumpJapan plans to spend around $10 billion to become the largest customer outside the U.S. for Lockheed Martin Corp.’s F-35 jet fighters, as it responds to a rising China and pressure from President Donald Trump to spend more on American military hardware.

Senate advances bill that could reduce sentences for tens of thousands of federal prisoners Final vote could come later this week, with wide bipartisan supportThe Senate on Monday voted overwhelmingly in favor of moving forward with a landmark bill that would change sentencing guidelines for federal prisoners — and allow early release for potentially tens of thousands of inmates who were convicted of nonviolent crimes.

Trump Today: President makes last-ditch effort to sway Fed with ‘take the victory’ tweet President authorizes second round of payments to farmersJust two days before a Federal Reserve interest-rate decision, President Donald Trump on Monday urged the central bank to “take the victory.”

Home builder confidence hits 3½ year low as housing crunch worsens Builders concede major markets have gotten pricey, but consumers have been begging for affordable inventory for yearsA measure of home builder sentiment touched its lowest in more than three years as housing market headwinds gathered steam, and the industry group that compiles the tracker blamed rising mortgage rates.

T-Mobile takeover of Sprint wins approval of U.S. national security panel Cfius approves deal, though antitrust approval still neededT-Mobile US Inc. (TICKER:TMUS) won approval from U.S. national-security officials for its planned takeover of Sprint Corp. (TICKER:S) , according to people familiar with the matter, bringing the two rivals a step closer to closing their roughly $26 billion combination.

Makers of flavored e-cigarettes face ‘a make-or-break year’ in Washington, analyst says ‘It’s possible the e-cigarette category all but disappears’“2019 will be a make-or-break year for alternative tobacco product manufacturers to regain control of the flavors debate,” says Stefanie Miller of Height Capital Markets in a note Friday.

Supreme Court to rule ‘in 2020 at the earliest’ after judge finds Obamacare unconstitutional Analysts: Brace for a lengthy appeals processGet ready for extended action in U.S. courts after a federal judge in Texas ruled against the Affordable Care Act, analysts say.

Here’s how a looming government shutdown could affect federal services Seven appropriations bills need to be passed by 12:01 a.m. Saturday to avert partial shutdown; national parks may stay open this time aroundBudget experts say a shutdown isn’t out of the question this week, and they’re highlighting services that could be halted.

Gold settles at a more than 1-week high as dollar softens ahead of Fed decision Comments from bond-guru Gundlach help send prices to session highsGold climbs on Monday, with declines in a leading dollar index, Treasury yields and the U.S. stock market, as well as comments from a well-known fund manager, prompting prices to settle at their highest in just over a week.

Do Americans marry for love or money? Finally, an answer A new study by Merrill Edge looks at our relationship with finance and romanceA new study by Merrill Lynch looks at our relationship with finance and romance.

Lamar Alexander announces he won't run for re-election in 2020Sen. Lamar Alexander, the Tennessee Republican, on Monday said he won't run for re-election in 2020. "I am deeply grateful, but now it is time for someone else to have that privilege," he said in a statement. Besides winning three terms as a U.S. senator, Alexander was twice elected governor of Tennessee.

Navarro blames Fed for stock-market swoon, calls rate hikes plus QT 'a pincer movement'The main factor behind the stock-market decline since October is Federal Reserve policy, said Peter Navarro, director of the White House National Trade Council. In an interview with CNBC, Navarro called the rate hikes in combination with quantitative tightening a "pincer movement," which he said the White House views as "perplexing." The Dow Jones Industrial Average is down over 10% from its October peak. Navarro said the Fed should not hike interest rates on Wednesday because the economy is growing without inflation.

Russia used every major social network to aid Trump, Senate report finds Report prepared for senators details years-long, targeted disinformation campaignA new report prepared for the Senate concludes that Russia used every major social network to support Donald Trump during the 2016 election, and continued to support him after he was elected president.

Retiring lawmakers may not show up for vote to avoid shutdown | Guatemalan girl likely died of sepsis shock in border-patrol custody Comey back on Capitol Hill for more grillingEven if President Donald Trump embraces a deal that avoids a partial government shutdown this week, House Republican leaders reportedly do not know whether they will have the votes to pass it.

GM shareholders — not Trump— should be calling for Barra’s head GM has been late to every automotive innovationIt is ironic that GM CEO Mary Barra has drawn the ire of President Donald Trump and members of Congress when it is her shareholders who should be calling for her head.

Goldman Sachs faces charges in Malaysia over 1MDB connection Goldman and two Asian units charged under securities lawGoldman Sachs International and two Asian subsidiaries of the Wall Street bank were charged under securities laws for the omission of material information and publishing of untrue statements.

Here’s what 2019 may have in store for commodities such as gold and natural gas Gold, copper outlook upbeat, but natural gas set to reverse course next yearThis year has shaped up to be a disappointing one for commodities in general, but next year may hold promise for some that haven’t done well in 2018, including gold, copper and soybeans.

Boeing opens finishing plant in top export market China, walking a ‘fine line’ in trade spat The plane maker is navigating U.S.-China turbulence while trying to serve its biggest export marketBoeing Co. opened a new Chinese production facility, as the American aviation company tries to cater to its top export market while steering clear of the tensions battering U.S.-China relations.

How Congress could force tech companies to stop exposing your personal data Various lawmakers have proposed bills to rein in how companies handle user dataVarious lawmakers have proposed bills to rein in how companies handle user data.

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